To the Greater Glory of God
MINISTRIES
Volunteers are needed at St Joseph's Parish. Please contact the office on 9580-1864 or email oatleycc@bigpond.net.au if you are able to assist on in any of the ministries.
Acolytes
Acolytes are special ministers who make a major contribution to the Parish and the Archdiocese by assisting the Priest at Mass and other sacramental celebrations throughout the year.
Eucharistic Ministers
Special Ministers of the Eucharist assist the Priest to distribute Holy Communion at Mass and whenever their help is required. They also bring Holy Communion to the sick, housebound or nursing homes under the care of St Joseph's.
Lectors
Are involved in reading the Sacred Scriptures at Masses on a roster basis.
Altar Servers
Altar Servers assist the Priest in the celebration of Sunday Masses.
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Young people from Year 4 and above are welcome to become Altar Servers.
Mass Wardens
Assist with preparing the Church for all liturgical celebrations and leading the collection of offerings during Masses.
Children's Liturgy
Children's Liturgy takes place at 10:00am Mass each Sunday during school terms. Children aged 4-9 are encouraged to join together in the Marian Hall at the commencement of Mass.
Altar Society
These teams of volunteers attend to a variety of tasks on a roster basis each week.
All Volunteers for official Parish Ministeries will require a current working with children's number.
St Vincent de Paul Society Conference
Be part of the St Vincent de Paul Society's Good Works. Is there a desire in you to do something more? Would you like to reach out to those in need? Our local St Vincent de Paul Society conference is seeking new members to join them in their work of serving the disadvantaged and vulnerable members of our community. Men and women of all ages are welcome to join us. Come and find out more about the St Vincent de Paul Society. For further information contact: Sue Vit on 0407 291 722.
If you would like to volunteer to assist in the Parish please contact the parish on 9580-1864.
Parish News
St Joseph's Parish Bulletin
is emailed each week. To receive a copy, sign up here.​
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Mass at St Joseph's Parish is live-streamed on YouTube by following this link: bit.ly/stjoatley
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Please refer to the Sacramental Dates 2023 tab above or the link below for recent announcements to Sacramental dates 2023.
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St Vincent de Paul
Last financial year the St Joseph's Oatley St Vincent de Paul Conference made around 60 home and nursing home visits and provided financial assistance to the sick, lonely and needy. The conference appreciates the support of Father John, the St Joseph’s School community, and all our benefactors in the parish. Meetings take place in the Marian Hall once each month (usually on a Tuesday morning) on a date that is published in the Upcoming Events section of the Parish Bulletin. Parishioners are always most welcome to attend.
Be part of the St Vincent de Paul Society's Good Works. Is there a desire in you to do something more? Would you like to reach out to those in need? Our local St Vincent de Paul Society conference is seeking new members to join them in their work of serving the disadvantaged and vulnerable members of our community. Men and women of all ages are welcome to join us. For further information contact: Sue Vit on 0407 291 722.
